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How to Calculate Take-Home Pay as a Percentage of Gross Pay

By Motley Fool Staff – Updated Apr 29, 2025 at 11:27PM

Key Points

  • Calculate take-home pay by dividing actual paycheck amount by gross pay and multiplying by 100.
  • Adjust calculations for salaried or hourly status to find correct gross pay per period.
  • Consider bonuses and overtime as they may lower take-home percentage due to taxes.
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